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Cornish Ensign (England) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Cornish Ensign (England) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Cornish Ensign (England) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Saint Piran's white cross runs across a black ground, the regional flag of Cornwall in its plainest and most recognisable form.

Visual Elements & Composition

The ground is almost entirely black, and the white cross carries the whole design. It stretches edge to edge in a rectangular field, so the eye follows its arms without distraction. Only the small Union Jack in the corner adds blue and red, and it stays subordinate to the cross. Geometry is the whole of the style: flat shapes, no gradient, no lettering.

Meaning & Symbolism

Saint Piran is the patron of Cornwall and of the county's tin miners, and the cross bearing his name has been linked to the region for centuries. The usual reading is that the white cross is tin emerging from black ore, a reference to the mining that shaped Cornwall. The flag has flown in some form since at least the nineteenth century and gained wider use through the twentieth-century revival of Cornish culture. This is an independent reproduction of that regional flag.

Held at the Rim

A shot glass is small and held close, so the cross is seen whole, at arm's length and then up near the eye. The contrast of black and white reads well through clear glass, and the cross lines up with the glass's own straight edges when it is lifted.

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Compact, heavy-based shot glasses made from clear, restaurant-grade glass. One standard size (1.5 oz / ≈44.3 ml) — sturdy, stack-friendly, and built to handle frequent service without fuss.

These shot glasses feel solid in the hand thanks to a thick, weighty base that keeps them steady on busy bar tops. The walls are even and clear, giving a nice, unobstructed view of the pour; the rim is smoothed for comfortable sipping.

They’re engineered for regular use: consistent dimensions, dependable weight, and a simple silhouette that suits both casual venues and more formal tasting counters. Designed to perform rather than show off.

  • Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and clean presentation.
  • Capacity: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml) — standard shot measure.
  • Base: heavy solid glass base that reduces tipping and improves balance.
  • Construction: restaurant-grade durability for frequent handling and washing.
  • Print-ready: suitable for single-sided print applications that withstand typical use.

Perfect for quick pours, samplers, and neat shots. Their compact footprint makes them easy to place on trays and tasting lines, while the heavier base keeps things steady during service.

  1. Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
  2. Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
  3. Events: robust enough for pop-ups, festivals, and busy bartending shifts.

Storage tip: store upright and avoid tight stacking to protect rims and preserve clarity.

Dishwasher-safe for everyday cleaning — place on the top rack and use a normal household cycle. Repeated exposure to very high commercial temperatures can shorten glass life, so choose gentler programs where practical.

When you want to extend clarity and finish: hand-wash with warm water, a mild detergent, and a soft cloth; dry right away to avoid water spots. Handle by the body (not the rim) to reduce accidental chipping.

One size only: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml). Use the dimensions below for shelving, packaging, or tray planning.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

1.5 oz
Height (in) 2.40
Top diameter (in) 1.40

Note: dimensions are nominal; small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise stacking or packaging is required.